2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dakota | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2910 mm |