2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
