1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Blazer | Dakota |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |