2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Dakota | H1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
