1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
