1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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 Triumph Vitesse. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Vitesse | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Triumph | Dodge |
| Model | Vitesse | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
