2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 607 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 120 L |
