2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |