1964 Marcos 1800 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 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 917 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. 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 Marcos 1800. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Marcos 1800 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Marcos | Dodge |
| Model | 1800 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 83 L |
