1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet 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 60 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dart | Comet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |