2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President 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 194 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 86 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |