2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 137 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1976 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
