2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 841 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
