1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 920 kg more than 1997 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota. 1995 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |
