1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | APV | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3340 mm |
