1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Coronet | Dart |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |
