1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 18 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
