1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 846 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
