1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 7 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 42 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Taunus |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |