2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 696 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
