1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 6 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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 51 kg more than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Datsun |
| Model | Dart | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
