1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 194 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dart | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
