1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 161 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 113 kg more than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3340 mm |
