1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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 56 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | 200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |