1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 12 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, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Capri |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |