2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
