1975 Ford Torino vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Torino | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 132 L |
