1999 Dodge Dakota RT vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Dakota RT and 1999 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota RT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota RT.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Dakota RT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Dodge Dakota RT (468 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota . (196 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota RT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota .
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota RT | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Dakota |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 196 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2850 mm |