1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |