2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 781 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. 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 1969 Riley Kestrel. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Dakota | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 25 L |
