1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Expedition |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |