2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 83 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | LTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
