2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Dakota | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
