1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 25 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dart | Verada |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |