1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 296 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Durango |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |
