1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred

To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 35 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 375 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 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Dodge Dart 2004 Ford Five Hundred
Make Dodge Ford
Model Dart Five Hundred
Year Released 1969 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3248 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 105 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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