2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |