2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 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) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 622 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. 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 1966 Riley 4. 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Dakota | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
