2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
