1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Dart | TF |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |