1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (416 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dart | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 416 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |