2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dakota | Stratos |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |