1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 461 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |
