1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
