1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1974 Mazda 616 is newer by 5 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 77 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 483 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | 616 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |