2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 559 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3300 mm |
