1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Lada 111
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Dakota and 1999 Lada 111 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Lada 111.
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, 1999 Lada 111, 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Dakota | 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2500 mm |
