1977 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord 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 129 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1977 Honda Accord, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
