2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dakota | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |