2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 179 kg more than 2003 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
