alot of things can. Something is causing the plug to fire while the intake valve is open. check plug wires to see if one is arcing across to another. (check on a dark night) carbon tracks on inside od dist. cap usually go from one term to another, Checj timing. timing chain/belt may of 'jumped' a tooth or two.
Not enough oil.
1992 Dodge Dakota Fuel Relay location?
No
Will a 1992 Dakota truck motor fit into a dodge truck 1999 Dakota?"
Dodge Dakotas do not, and have never, had transaxles.
a 1992 Dakota does not have a Central Timer Module.
1992 dodge Dakota 5.2l 318....192 F thermostat
Yes
There is no air conditioning fan on a 1992 dakota.
belt diagram 1992 dodge Dakota with 318
Your car is running too rich.
It is possible.