1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |