1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dart | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
