1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 19 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 33 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 525 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Dart | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |