1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1982 Renault 9 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dart | 9 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |