2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 98 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2950 mm |