1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria 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. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2700 mm |
