2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica 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 172 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. 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 1969 Toyota Publica. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
