1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
