2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 57 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. 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 1998 Volvo S80. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
