1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 515 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
