1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 636 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
