2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 2047 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2210 mm |
