1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Avanti | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
