1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3340 mm |
