1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 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 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 144 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
