2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3300 mm |
