1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1971 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 1971 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dart | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
