2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol 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 113 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2980 mm |
