1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
