1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 3 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 850 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Dakota | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3170 mm |
