1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 15 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 94 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 292 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1404 mm |