1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 746 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | V6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3340 mm |
