1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 780 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Dakota | Seven |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
