1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
