1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 483 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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 (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
