1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 14 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Dart | 309 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |