2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. 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 (319 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Camira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
