2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 562 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dakota | Esprit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 31 L |