1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. Both 1990 Alpine V6 and 1998 Dodge Dakota are equipped with a 2,458 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | V6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
