1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 462 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
