2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 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 158 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 841 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
