1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dakota | Countach |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
