1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 20 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
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, 1989 Eagle Talon, 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Dart | Talon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
