2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 440. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Dakota | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
