2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 626 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
