1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1980 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 305 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
