2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 569 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
