2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dakota | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
