2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 521 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
