2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 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 130 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 914 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
