2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 495 kg more than 1962 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
