1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 1985 Mazda 121 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 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 54 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | 121 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |