2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 556 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 203 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
