2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. 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 (319 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dakota | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
