1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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 81 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Dodge Dart 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Dart Legacy
Year Released 1969 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5562 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 421 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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