2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Coupe 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 832 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2470 mm |
