1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 44 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 485 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.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
