1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
