2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1965 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1965 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
