2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 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 174 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 725 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Dakota | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
