2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina 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 154 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
