2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 GAZ M20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1958 GAZ M20 has manual transmission. 1958 GAZ M20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Dakota | M20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
