1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dart | Carina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |