2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 924 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
