2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3140 mm |