1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dart | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
