1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1969 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 Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dart | 244 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |