2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |