1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Sentra 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2002 Nissan Sentra, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (245 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 245 Nm |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
