2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 830 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Muse | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
