1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Compagno | Dakota |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3701 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3340 mm |