1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara 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 7 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Pintara |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |