1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 456 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Lagonda | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3340 mm |
