1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 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 (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | Luce |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |