2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 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 105 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 107 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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 1959 Rover P5. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
