2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 11 kg more than 1988 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2950 mm |
