2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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 (320 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Dakota | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2190 mm |
