1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 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 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 65 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 537 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dart | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |