1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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 (359 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | 8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
