2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 34 L |
