2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 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 121 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 725 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
