1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
