2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol 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) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 567 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
