2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 81 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 847 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
