1952 Allard Safari vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari 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 125 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 724 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | Safari | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
