1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 354 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
