1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 35 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 460 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 929 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
