2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 276 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
