2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 352 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Dakota | Ventora |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |