1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 777 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Dakota |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |