2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dakota | Delta 88 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3130 mm |
