1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Cedric |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |