1970 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
