2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3080 mm |
