2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown 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) has 131 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 436 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
