2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 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 40 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. 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 1978 Lada 1600. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Dakota | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
