1987 Nissan Mid4 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 287 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Mid4 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Mid4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
