2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
