2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 40 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 296 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
