2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 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 39 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 626 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
