1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 36 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 368 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart. 2004 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
