1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 246 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dart | Neon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1109 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 | 75 L | 79 L |
