2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 211 kg more than 1976 Holden Belmont. 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 1976 Holden Belmont. 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, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
