1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
