2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Life. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |