1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 31 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Artic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
