2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Skoda 110 L 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 168 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 886 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Dakota | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 31 L |
