2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 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 (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 356 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2780 mm |
