2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 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 106 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 634 kg more than 1986 Renault 18. 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 Renault 18. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | 18 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
