1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 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 50 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
