1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 539 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
