2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
