2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort 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 81 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 682 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
