2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord 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 62 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 427 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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 1993 Honda Accord. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
