2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 626 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Dakota | Drover |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |