1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 180 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
