1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | Dart |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
