2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 810 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
Model | Dakota | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |