1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 736 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Stanza | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
