1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 7 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 201 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | 121 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
