1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Bonneville | Dakota |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7473 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3340 mm |