1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Ford Territory

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 39 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, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 639 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart. 2007 Ford Territory 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. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Dart 2007 Ford Territory
Make Dodge Ford
Model Dart Territory
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5210 cc 3984 cc
Horse Power 150 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 9.7:1
Top Speed 153 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1377 kg 2016 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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