1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |