1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 770 kg more than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
| Model | Whitley | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3340 mm |
