The Dodge Dakota is a mid-size pickup truck that hit the roads on 1987 and was produced until 2011. It is slightly larger than the Ford Ranger or the Chevrolet S-10, but smaller than the full-size RAM. The Dakota is the first mid-size truck to be offered with an optional V8 engine. With several different trim options over 3 generations, there's a Dakota out there for a variety of price points and needs.