1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith 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. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 293 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Dart | Griffith |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |