2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva 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 151 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2300 mm |
