1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Taunus | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
