1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |