1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Dakota | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |