1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 38 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, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Honda Element, 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | Element |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
