1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 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. Both 1969 Dodge Dart and 2002 Jaguar XJ are equipped with a 3,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
