1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 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 161 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
