2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 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 95 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 850 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. 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 Peugeot 205. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
