1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | SL | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
