2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 393 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 1968 Dodge Dart. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Dart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
