1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 125 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (275 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
