2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 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 157 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 987 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |
