1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 171 kg more than 1971 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dart | Comet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1224 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 |