1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 347 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
