2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 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 131 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 825 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 1970 Porsche 914. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
