2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 713 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2220 mm |
