2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 321 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dakota | 850 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |