1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa 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 65 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
