1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Dart | 307 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |