2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
