1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. 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 Nissan NP300, 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
