1991 Dodge Dakota Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
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...
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 offical 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.
Besides the reliability and good value for the money, Dakota owners love the solidity of the pickup, particularly that it takes hits and bumps and never flinches. A lot of complaints center around the exterior paint peeling and flaking off.
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 1991 Dodge Dakota express a mix of satisfaction and frustration. Many appreciate its power, especially with the V8 engine, and its ability to handle heavy loads. However, issues like fuel consumption, mechanical problems, and reliability have been common complaints. Despite these drawbacks, several owners cherish their memories and experiences with the truck."
Bought this with 145k on it and now it has 240k on it and we just refreshed the motor. Sturdy and tough this 2wd is quick with the 318 and small enough to go anywhere. We have towed with it and overloaded it many many times and she still says I love you
July 18, 2009It is the perfect truck dont want another one for a long time. It handles good and it breaks good. It will get up and go if you want it to. I have had alot of fun and good memories in this truck.
January 25, 2012This was a pretty strong truck considering it was only a V6. It seemed like everyday it had a different problem though. Its fuel consumption was out of this world ridiculous. The motor would haul a trailer decent but had very poor acceleration.
September 9, 2009What owners say
Bought this with 145k on it and now it has 240k on it and we just refreshed the motor. Sturdy and tough this 2wd is quick with the 318 and small enough to go anywhere. We have towed with it and overloaded it many many times and she still says I love you
July 18, 2009It is the perfect truck dont want another one for a long time. It handles good and it breaks good. It will get up and go if you want it to. I have had alot of fun and good memories in this truck.
January 25, 2012This was a pretty strong truck considering it was only a V6. It seemed like everyday it had a different problem though. Its fuel consumption was out of this world ridiculous. The motor would haul a trailer decent but had very poor acceleration.
September 9, 2009this is the best car that has ever been build great power great looks great sound goes everywhere in snow it had some problem with braking differentals but that is not something that a stronger diff cant fix so ye this is the best car ever made and no doupt about it
December 1, 2010I loved it. It made me feel like i owned a little red race truck even though it was a V-6. I didn't like how the fuel pump and the fuel gauge could get complicated to fix when it died but other then that the tuck was easy and cheap to work on it.
May 6, 2009the truck will haul quite a bit for a V6, but it doesnt take to much abuse before you break something. I had the two wheel drive version which surprisingly would crawl through mud quite well. The fuel mileage sucked, and they all had a problem w/ the "check engine" light staying illuminated.
April 1, 2008I picked this truck up for $600. im a scrapper and this truck can handle alot of weight for a lil truck. its got the v8 in it so it has plenty of power when u hit that throttle. unfortunatly its sitting in the garage waiting for the water pump that went out 3 months after i bought it, but overall it is a very nice truck to drive.
January 19, 2012
