2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 519 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
