1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown 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 132 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dart | Crown |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |