1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 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 20 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
