1973 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
Model | Jeep | Dakota |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3340 mm |