1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Golf 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, both vehicles can yield 109 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
