2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Dakota | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2780 mm |
