1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 834 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| 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 | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
