1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 34 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, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 573 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
