2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 492 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
