1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 155 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
