1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 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 50 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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 1974 Mazda 818. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 818 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
