2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 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 131 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 437 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
