1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Longchamp | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |
