2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2650 mm |
