2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 219 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Dodge | Studebaker |
| Model | Dakota | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3070 mm |
