2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 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 159 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 261 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2830 mm |
