2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
