1999 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |
