2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 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 1967 Plymouth Fury. 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 1967 Plymouth Fury has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Plymouth Fury will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Dakota | Fury |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 94 L |