1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 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 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dart | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |