1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 770 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
