2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic 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 157 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 79 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 41 L |