1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 21 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1990 Vauxhall Astra, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1990 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Dart | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
