2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1990 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 | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3300 mm |
