1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |