1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. 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 1985 Lancia Delta. 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dakota | Delta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |