2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
