2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 506 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 959 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
