1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 20 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 8 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 87 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1988 Renault 25, 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | 25 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
