1995 Acura Integra vs. 1968 Dodge Dart

To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 27 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 11 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 207 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 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 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra, 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Integra 1968 Dodge Dart
Make Acura Dodge
Model Integra Dart
Year Released 1995 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 5210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 139 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 84.1 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1377 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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