2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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 Rover P4. 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
