1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 45 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 456 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dart | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
