1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1970 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dart | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
