1990 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 116 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.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Dakota |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3340 mm |