1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 66 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 929 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3340 mm |
