1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 202 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Dart |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |