2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 95 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 672 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
