2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 1500 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 136 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 729 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1500. 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 Zastava 1500. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Dakota | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
