1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1992 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1992 Eagle Talon is newer by 24 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 17 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 147 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon. 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, 1992 Eagle Talon, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1992 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Dodge | Eagle |
Model | Dart | Talon |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |