1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 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 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 265 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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 Volvo 460, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dart | 460 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |