2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 876 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 TVR Grantura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dakota | Grantura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2140 mm |
