1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 385 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
