1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 176 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1491 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Fellow | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
