1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Blazer | Dakota |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |