1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 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. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Dakota | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2440 mm |
