1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 1997 Saab 900 is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Saab 900. 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 1997 Saab 900. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1997 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1997 Saab 900 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 | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dakota | 900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
