2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Honda S600 | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | S600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |