2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
