1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Tatra T603. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Dodge | Tatra |
Model | Dakota | T603 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |