2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
