1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 575 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.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Dart | XJS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |