1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 44 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 574 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
