1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1015 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 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Edge |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |