2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry 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 166 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 999 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2400 mm |
