1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX is newer by 10 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 63 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dart | SC 100 GX |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |