1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
