1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 56 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, 2012 Toyota Prius, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Prius |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
