1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
