1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Ford Royale
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Royale. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Royale 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 | 1993 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Royale |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
