2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dakota | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
