1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Lancia Dialogos

To start off, both 1999 Dodge Dakota and 1999 Lancia Dialogos 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 Lancia Dialogos weights approximately 290 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, 1999 Lancia Dialogos, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. 1999 Lancia Dialogos has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lancia Dialogos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Dakota 1999 Lancia Dialogos
Make Dodge Lancia
Model Dakota Dialogos
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1924 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 0 HP 89 HP
Torque 468 Nm 186 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1370 kg


 

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