1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
