1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dart | 780 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |