2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 101 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 1977 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
