2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |