2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois 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 175 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 976 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Dakota | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2090 mm |
