1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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, 1993 Ford Focus, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1993 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
