2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Dakota | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 97 L |
