2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 148 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Dakota | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
