2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 611 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 914 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
