1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2830 mm |
