1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 163 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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 (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
