2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown 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 161 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 587 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
