1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Dakota |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |