1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 465 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 404 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
