1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 47 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Charger | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Dart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
