2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Custom |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
