1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1995 Dodge Dakota and 1995 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 188 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 770 kg more than 1995 Opel Corsa. 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 1995 Opel Corsa. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Corsa 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 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dakota | Corsa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |