2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 826 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dakota | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2290 mm |
