1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Celica. 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
