2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera 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 106 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 937 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Sera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
