1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 101 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daimler | Dodge |
| Model | Conquest | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
