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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 | 3248 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 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 |
