1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 41 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 93 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Dart | HHR |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4483 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1588 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |