2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 221 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. 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 1974 Tatra T603. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Dakota | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
