1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 3 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dart | 604 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
