1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Chevelle | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
