1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Dakota | Voyager |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2880 mm |