1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 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. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 230 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2430 mm |
