2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 795 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Excel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2390 mm |
