2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 86 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Dakota 1977 Toyota Carina
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Dakota Carina
Year Released 2008 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2510 mm


 

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