1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 1997 Volvo S40 is newer by 29 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 46 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 152 kg more than 1997 Volvo S40. 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, 1997 Volvo S40, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | S40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
