2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 317 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Dakota | Valiant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |