1995 Acura Legend vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | Legend | Dakota |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |