1955 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Consul | Dakota |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |