2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 131 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1627 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | 616 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |