1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1987 Volvo 740 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, 1987 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 3 kg more than 1987 Volvo 740.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dart | 740 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |