2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 12 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Verada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
