2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 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 107 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 517 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2750 mm |
