1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 21 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, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | Primera |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |