1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino 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 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 295 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1976 Ford Torino | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Torino |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |