2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | Fighter | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 49 L |
