1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2350 mm |
