2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 319 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Dodge | Studebaker |
| Model | Dakota | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
