1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dart | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |