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What was the top speed of the Dodge Dart in 1975?

What was the top speed of the Dodge Dart in 1975?

It was, in fact, beaten only by the Chevrolet Corvette L82, which only went up to 124.5 mph. Functional changes for 1975, the last full year for the Dart under its current name, included: 2.45 to 1 economy rear axle ratio was made standard on 318 V-8 powered models.

What kind of shifter did Dodge Dart have?

A four speed with a Hurst shifter was available on the Dart Sport with Rallye package, and included a reverse warning light.

What kind of transmission does a Dodge Dart use?

The Darts’ most popular transmission to use the three-speed TorqueFlite, with a part-throttle kickdown to eliminate the need to floor the gas, providing greater responsiveness, smoother driving, and lower gas consumption. It was an extra-cost option on all but SE and Dart 360, and was generally column mounted.

What was the rear axle ratio of a Dodge Dart?

2.45 to 1 economy rear axle ratio was made standard on 318 V-8 powered models. A catalytic converter was standard on most models. A resonator to reduce exhaust noise is standard on all 318 V-8 models, and was part of the optional sound-insulation package on six-cylinder models.

A four speed with a Hurst shifter was available on the Dart Sport with Rallye package, and included a reverse warning light.

It was, in fact, beaten only by the Chevrolet Corvette L82, which only went up to 124.5 mph. Functional changes for 1975, the last full year for the Dart under its current name, included: 2.45 to 1 economy rear axle ratio was made standard on 318 V-8 powered models.

What kind of engine does a Dodge Dart have?

Base engine on all models was the 225 slant six or 318 V8; the Dart 360 models of course came with the 360 V8, which was closely related but tuned for performance. Carburetors were single-barrel on slant six, two-barrel on 318, four-barrel on 360.

Where can I find a 1974 Dodge Dart?

This 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger looks like a winner. Thanks to Pat L for sending in this find. This blue Swinger can be found on craigslist with an asking price of $2,500 or best offer!

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Ruth Doyle