2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. 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 (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
