1992 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escort | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
