2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dakota | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
