1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 912 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dart | Touareg |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |