2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 188 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 446 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |