1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 18 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona, 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
