1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
