2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri 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 5 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 525 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. 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 1983 Ford Capri. 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |