1991 Audi V8 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 1991 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | V8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
