1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |