1995 Rover 800 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1995 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 800 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 800 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
