2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. Both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 1958 Jeep CJ are equipped with a 3,687 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 567 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | CJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2060 mm |
