2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 927 kg more than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2430 mm |
