2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 181 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2930 mm |
