2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 7014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
