1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1996 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | X670 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2815 mm |
