1990 Rover 400 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 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3340 mm |
