2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Dakota | TD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2390 mm |
