1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
