1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 737 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Grand Prix | Dakota |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |