2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 166 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
