1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1995 Dodge Stealth is newer by 27 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1995 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
