2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 835 kg more than 1968 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
