1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 663 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Jetfire | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
