1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 15 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.
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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | Clio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
