1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1973 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. 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 (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
