1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 84 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Falcon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |