2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
