1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (468 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Dakota | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2440 mm |
