2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 256 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Dakota | 308 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |