2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
