2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
