2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 965 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
