2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 719 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
