2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx 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 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1960 Isuzu Minx. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |
