2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
