2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 367 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
