2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 923 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Dakota | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 22 L |
