1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 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 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 22 kg more than 2010 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70. 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | V70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
