1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
