1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 365 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 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |
