2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. 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 1979 Ford Granada. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2800 mm |
