2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2040 mm |
