2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 566 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
