1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 162 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dart | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |