1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 626 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
