1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 930 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |