1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 157 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Honda Accord, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |