1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 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) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 562 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
