2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 324 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 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 |