2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000

To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Dakota 1985 Pontiac 6000
Make Dodge Pontiac
Model Dakota 6000
Year Released 2006 1985
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3704 cc 2474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2670 mm


 

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