2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 366 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
