2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra 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 106 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 267 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra. 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 Toyota Supra. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2560 mm |
