1990 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Dakota |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |