1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | Luce |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |