1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
