2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |