2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Leopard (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 1984 Nissan Leopard (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
