1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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 1977 Peugeot 504. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 504 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
