1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 32 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 161 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Proton 400, 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Dart | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
