2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 795 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Dakota | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
