2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
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 Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2350 mm |
