1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 9 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 46 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Dart | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
