2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 95 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 771 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
