2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 204 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 163 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 204 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
