1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (166 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Dakota | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1780 kg |
