1954 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Popular | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3340 mm |
