1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3340 mm |
