1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 280 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 1986 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
