1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 50 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
