1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Dakota |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |