1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 179 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
