1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 630 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
