1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 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 83 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 135 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
