2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 132 L |
