1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3340 mm |
