2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Continental. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Dakota | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2990 mm |