2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1966 Morris Traveller. 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 1966 Morris Traveller. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Dakota | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
