1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe 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 176 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Coupe | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3340 mm |
