1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Dakota | Renown |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
