1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 44 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 730 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
