2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald 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 173 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 931 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Dakota | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 29 L |
