1971 Buick GS vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 118 kg more than 1971 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
