2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 922 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Dakota | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2380 mm |
