1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 405 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 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dart | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |