2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
