1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 443 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
