2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
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 Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird 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 70 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
