1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 59 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
