2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 995 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Sports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2160 mm |
