1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 41 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dart | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
