2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 726 kg more than 1975 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
