1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 505 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Dart | VX4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |