1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 264 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2830 mm |
