1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Dart | 9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
