2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Dodge | De Tomaso |
| Model | Dakota | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
