2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. 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 1973 Volvo 1800. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
