1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Dakota and 1999 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega weights approximately 653 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dakota | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2850 mm |