1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cherry 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 65 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 585 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cherry. 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 (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
