1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 38 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, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 276 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.
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, 2007 Kia Carens, 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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Carens |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
