2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana 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 117 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 826 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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 1987 Nissan Santana. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana. 2007 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2560 mm |
