2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 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 66 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. 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 1975 Peugeot 604. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 604 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
