1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
