2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 65 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 855 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 196 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 | 2200 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
