1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 568 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Dart | Stavic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |