2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza 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 117 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Stanza |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |