1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra 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 28 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
