2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
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 Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia 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 151 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 861 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2420 mm |
