1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 65 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1071 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 | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
