2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 173 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 946 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Dakota | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
