2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
