Which is cheaper to maintain, the Dodge Dart GTS or the Dodge Dart GTS?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Dodge Dart GTS is cheaper to maintain — about $665 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 340ci V8 and the 383ci V8?

Across 22 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Dodge Dart GTS or Dodge Dart GTS?

The Dodge Dart GTS has 0 open NHTSA recalls. The Dodge Dart GTS has 0 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

1969 Dodge Dart GTS vs 1969 Dodge Dart GTS — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

1969

Engine

340ci V8

383ci V8

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

—

Fuel

gas

Cost of Ownership

5-Year Maintenance

$7,355

0.12 $/mi

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$6,690

0.11 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEDodge Dart GTS — Saves you $665 over 5 years (9% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Oil & filter change

0.5 hrs$1,380 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$1,200 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.5 hrs$600 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.4 hrs$580 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.4 hrs$560 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$500 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.2 hrs$440 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

1.0 hrs$330 / 5yr

0.8 hrs$270 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

0.2 hrs$240 / 5yr

12V battery

0.5 hrs$275 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$245 / 5yr

Coolant flush

1.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$230 / 5yr

Spark plugs

1.0 hrs$230 / 5yr

0.8 hrs$200 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

3.6 hrs$189 / 5yr

4.5 hrs$230 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.6 hrs$240 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$150 / 5yr

Water pump

3.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

2.5 hrs$173 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

4.2 hrs$170 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.4 hrs$180 / 5yr

0.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

0.7 hrs$140 / 5yr

Alternator

1.8 hrs$143 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$120 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

1.8 hrs$132 / 5yr

1.5 hrs$114 / 5yr

Power steering flush

0.6 hrs$110 / 5yr

Starter motor

1.8 hrs$94 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$76 / 5yr

PCV valve

0.5 hrs$95 / 5yr

0.3 hrs$65 / 5yr

Thermostat

1.0 hrs$67 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$77 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

✓ Both vehicles are completely clear of open safety recalls.

Fluid Capacities

Dodge Dart GTS

ac_refrigerant · R-12

brake0.50 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant14.00 qt · conventional antifreeze

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SJ or higher

power_steering1.50 qt · Dexron II/III

rear_diff2.50 qt · API GL-5

transmission_auto17.00 qt · Dexron III

transmission_manual3.50 qt · API GL-4

washer0.50 qt · windshield washer fluid

Dodge Dart GTS

ac_refrigerant · R-12

brake1.00 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant17.00 qt · Ethylene glycol 50/50 conventional green

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SE or SF

power_steering2.50 qt · Dexron II

rear_diff4.40 qt · API GL-5

transmission_auto17.00 qt · Dexron II

transmission_manual3.50 qt · API GL-4

washer1.50 qt · Windshield washer fluid

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

1969 Dodge Dart GTS

383ci V8

Dodge Dart GTS is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$665 over 5 years)

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

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