1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 43 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1280 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | NV |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
