1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 583 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 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
