1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 372 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Aurora | Dakota |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |