2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 109 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 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 563 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |