2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 787 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 125 L |
