1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 42 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1159 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dart | Yukon |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |