1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
