2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1961 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
