2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 241 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
