2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT 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 76 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dakota | XT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
