1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 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 179 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 738 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
