1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 3 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 141 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 441 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | Torana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
