2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 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 177 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 991 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Dakota | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2450 mm |
