1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Dakota |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3340 mm |