2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Camira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
