2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 325 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
