1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1323 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
