1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Dakota | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2690 mm |
