2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 95 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
