2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 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 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 631 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Dakota | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2690 mm |
