1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1970 Volvo 140 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 89 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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 Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 140 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
