2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
