1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
