2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 631 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. 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 (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | Luce |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |