1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 16 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 32 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dart | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
