1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Celebrity | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
