2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 184 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 566 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
