2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
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 Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 121 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 707 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
