1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 10 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
