2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 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 104 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 717 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
