1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1984 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 12 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dart | 6000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |