2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 152 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |