2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Mazda 929
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 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 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 128 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 621 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
