2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
