2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 331 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2650 mm |
