1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 8 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz AIV. 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Dakota | AIV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
