1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
