1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
