2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
