2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 17 kg more than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Dakota | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |