1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 27 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
