2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 625 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 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 | 319 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2800 mm |
