2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos 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 23 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
