1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
