1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 120 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Falcon |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |