2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore 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 63 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 527 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
