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Published on January 13th, 2021 | by BajaBusta

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1991 Dodge Dakota V8 4×2 Test Drive

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Part of Dodge’s aim in creating the mid-size Dakota was to give drivers the best of both worlds — a pickup big enough for carrying lots of cargo, but not too big and unwieldy to drive comfortably. Owners did love the way the Dakota handled and its roomy options, but complained about the relatively weak 3.9-liter engine. They wanted full-size power in a mid-size package.

The Dakota actually was the first mid-size pickup with a V8 back in 1989, with the limited edition Shelby Dakota, but in 1991 Dodge made its own official V8. The 5.2-liter engine reached 170-horsepower and gave the Dakota the extra pickup (oh yes, very bad pun intended) it needed and drivers craved. In addition to the 3.9-liter, 125-horsepower, the standard 2.5-liter engine got a 17-horsepower boost to 116.

Minor body changes appeared in the 1991 Dodge Dakota, including a retooled grille and bumper. The nose was extended to make room for the bigger engine block. In Sports models a painted grille and a roof bar with lights were added. Club Cabs now had a 4WD option in addition to the standard 2WD.



1989 Dodge Dakota Sport V-8 Concept

1992 Dodge Dakota Manufacturer Promo

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1987 Dodge Dakota Manufacturer Promo

1987 Dodge Dakota vs Chevy S10 and Ford Ranger Promo

 

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One Response to 1991 Dodge Dakota V8 4×2 Test Drive

  1. Jeffrey Sachs says:

    Can you please change the car promos because I’ve seen the 1988 Chevy Beretta manufacturer promo several times. Do you have anything on either the 1988 Chevy Full-Size Pickup or GMC Sierra manufacturer promos cause I would like to see them if you have them changed for me.

    Please send me an email and let me know.

    Thank you very much

    Jeffrey Sachs

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