1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 827 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
