2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 870 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2320 mm |
