1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 216 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
Model | Tickford | Dakota |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |