1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dakota | X670 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2815 mm |