2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 997 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Dakota | Seven |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 29 L |
