1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1652 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Corsair | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
