2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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 (319 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2170 mm |
