2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul 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 159 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 670 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. 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 1959 Ford Consul. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Consul |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |