2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (355 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Thunderbird. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 29.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 91 L |
