1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 31 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 98 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dart | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
