2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona 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 134 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 932 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |
