2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S 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 195 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 731 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2360 mm |
