2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 486 kg more than 1988 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Cedric |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2740 mm |