2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 837 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 (320 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2320 mm |
