1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 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 44 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 334 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Avanti | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
