2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 647 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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 (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
