2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore 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 96 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Opel Commodore. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Commodore 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 | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
