2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 836 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dakota | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |