2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2950 mm |