1980 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Pontiac 1000 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3340 mm |
