1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1987 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
