2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul 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 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1703 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 | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
