1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman 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 14 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
