2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,687 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 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 375 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | 6000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 183 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |