2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
