2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 296 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2580 mm |
