1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 16 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 1770 mm |
