2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Opel GT

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.

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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 1970 Opel GT
Make Dodge Opel
Model Dakota GT
Year Released 2009 1970
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 69.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 53 L


 

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