2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 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 122 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 521 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Dakota | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
