1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | 100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
