1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 weights approximately 130 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 Volvo S40, 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (164 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | S40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2560 mm |
