2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Dakota | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
