2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 159 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 737 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
