2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 718 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dakota | V8 S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
