1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon 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 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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 (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Dart | Neon |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |