1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (119 HP @ 3450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 523 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Because 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
