1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
