2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
