1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 41 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
