1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 364 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Fairlane | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3340 mm |
