1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle 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 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 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dart | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
