1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |