1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150.
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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | F-150 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |