2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 886 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 (319 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2270 mm |
