2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 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 153 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 923 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Dakota | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
