1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 317 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | Frontier |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |