2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 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 148 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2060 mm |
