1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
