2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America 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 104 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Dakota | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
