1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 710 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
