1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 17 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Dakota | TT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2469 mm |
