2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dakota | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 91 L |