2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 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 GMC Suburban (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
