1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
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 | 136 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |