2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century 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 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century.
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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2870 mm |