2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon 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 78 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon.
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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |