1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 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 155 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dart | 99 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
