1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana 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. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Torana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2590 mm |
